The Love Of The Last Tycoon by F. Scott Fitzgerald
A Western
This novel, set in the golden age of Hollywood, revolves around the life and career of Monroe Stahr, a successful and enigmatic film producer who dominates the movie industry. As a reflection of the American Dream and the underbelly of Hollywood's glamorous facade, the story delves into Stahr's professional triumphs and personal tragedies, including his relentless pursuit of love following the death of his wife. Through the eyes of Cecelia Brady, the daughter of a studio executive and the narrator, the narrative explores themes of power, ambition, and the illusion of the American success story, all while providing a critical look at the inner workings of the Hollywood studio system.
The 2178th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1941
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Short
- Pages
- 160-200
- Original Language
- English
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
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- Den Siste Magnaten
- Den Siste Tycoon
- Der Letzte Tycoon
- El Último Magnate
- L'ultimo magnate
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This book is on the following 5 lists:
- 4th on Quintessential American Fiction, According to the Rest of the World (Literary Hub)
- 43rd on 100 Best Western(United States) Works of Fiction (San Francisco Chronicle)
- 150 Great Reads (The Spokesman-Review Spokane Chronicle )
- 20 Posthumous Works You Should Read Before You Die (The National Post )
- "Our Readable Century", The Best Books of the 20th Century -- Honorable Mention ( January Magazine)